"What is there more to say about that day ? I lost fair and square , no big philosophy. That day he was simply better than me. And with that I can give my major congratulations to the pit crew of Tekkadan Security Corps and what could they accomplish with a Gjallarhorn Gundam Frame and how their GUND-format seemed to resonate with Akatsuki Augus. But the victory isn't decided by just the Mobile Suit and the factory support alone. The pilot's skill is also important. And Akatsuki Augus proved it with his own hands , without even a proper beam rifle he got though the defences I set with Jogaila's GUND-bits and defeat me in a sword battle. Perhaps I haven't become the youngest Galaxia winner in history but it gives me time to prepare for the next Grand Prix and show him how better I became. We in Europa Corporation are working hard. Day and night designing and testing ideas for the Jogaila's successor. And we're expecting a base that will bring the next Galaxia to Europa. And im sure other corporations are working on the machines to defeat Gundam Barbatos AA the next time they will cross sabers , or contact weapons"-Eneo Stellaris's interview with Europa Sport , Ad Stella (After Disaster Stella on Europa) 121
MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM DEMON INCARNATE
CHAPTER 8 : SHALL WE GUNDAM ?
"Maverick , you're clear to launch"-Nika said though the comms referring to Akatsuki , since according to Asticassia's rules regarding space tasks referring to the students by code would make communication difficult for spotters and mechanics. A call sign system similar to one that was used by air forces and navy's during the middle ages , the problem with Akatsuki was that call signs like "Demon" , "Devil" , "Devilman" or "Hellraiser" were taken so he had to think out of the box about her call sign. Henceforth Maverick came to his thought , luckily for him no one watched that 600+ year old movie aside from him no one took that call sign. Besides that most songs on Barbatos's MP3 player were songs from Anno Domini times. And as Akatsuki stretched himself out in the cockpit of his Demi Trainer looking over the catapult. Today it was the day of the first outer-space test in Akatsuki's career in Asticassia
"Copy that Nest , and please changed the timer from 10 minutes to 5"-Akatsuki said though the comms as Nika only took a look at the course record and worriedly reported back
"Um Maverick ? The course record is 6:21,44. And remember that that Demi had a flight pack. And you risk blowing this test"-Nika said as Akatsuki wiped his nose before sliding down his visor
"Nest , sometimes you need to be a risk-taker. LP077 , Maverick , launching !"-Akatsuki exclaimed as the Demi Trainer jolted though the catapult as the timer started with Akatsuki seeing the buoys and immediately increased the thrust to fly though the first buoy and barely touching it. The reason for that was that a Demi Trainer while versatile both on the ground and in space , was a flying brick without a flight pack on the highest trust. But Akatsuki didn't care as he veered to the left to pass another buoy changing the trust level mid-manoeuvre. He quickly took a look at the timer '4:47 , come on'-Akatsuki thought as he barely dodged the third buoy and tried to keep himself on with the little Demi Trainer cockpit cramping around him. He just passed the fourth buoy with 6 to go. Akatsuki then dropped the Demi down as he felt G-forces attacking his face. He passed the fifth buoy as he jolted to a quick stop to correct the Demi Trainer before returning to increasing the thrust. The Demi Trainer turned into a small comet as it passed the sixth , then seventh and eighth. '3:52 , go go go !'-he continued to think as he finally passed the last buoy
"Great flight Maverick ! 3:48 !"-Nika said as Akatsuki turned around the Demi Trainer and flew back towards the start. Nine , Eight , Seven , Six , Five , Four , Three. It was before he reached the second buoy , 45 seconds left. And he pressed the pedal as much as his tired foot allowed him. 30 , 25 , 20. Akatsuki passed the first buoy before finally putting it back on the catapult.
"Maverick , 4:45. That's the course record"-Nika said as Akatsuki let out a giant sigh before taking off his helmet revealing a thick layer of sweat on his head
"That's good Nest , how about others ?"-Akatsuki asked as Nika took a look on the board of other Earth House pilots. All three of them
"Chuchu had 6:56 , Suletta had 7:34"-Nika said as Akatsuki smiled knowing that Suletta passed considering what happened yesterday
"LP077 , passed"-One of the instructors said as the Demi Trainer was transported back towards the Demi Trainer hangar where aside from obsolete mode belonging to Chuchu all other Demi Trainers assigned to other students. The hatch opened to reveal students looking at him with shock and surprise
"He did it without a flight pack , he truly is a Demon"-One of them said as Akatsuki only grabbed his helmet and note book before hitting the locker room to swap back to his uniform. He was supposed to help Miorine peel the dates. And as he topped of his uniform with his jacket the thoughts of the two weeks ago caught back to him , notably what Elan did causing Akatsuki to turn his hands into fists
"What do you mean he didn't came ? And where is she ?"-Akatsuki asked as Miorine unfolded her arms before pointing at Aerial's cockpit
"I tried talking to her , but she only brushed me off and hid herself inside. Maybe you will have better luck ?"-Miorine asked as Akatsuki turned his head
"No , but together , maybe. We're both her grooms , and we should act like it"-Akatsuki said before making his way towards Aerial's mobile suit cage with Miorine fallowing him. As they reached it Akatsuki managed to find the emergency open button to reveal Suletta crying in Aerial's pilot seat
"Hey there , Suletta"-Akatsuki said as he jumped inside Aerial's cockpit with Miorine
"Go away"-Suletta replied not even taking off her head from her knees
"Elan , he didn't come did he ?"-Akatsuki asked as Suletta only lifted up her head and nodded
"Y-Yes"-Suletta said as Miorine only sighed
"Suletta , sometimes it happens"-Miorine said trying to cheer her up in her own weird way. It didn't help
"It's my fault , I did something wrong and he didn't come"-Suletta said as Akatsuki immediately objected to her
"You did nothing wrong , aside from you having a giant heart"-Akatsuki said as he gently embraced her much to both Suletta and Miorine's surprise before he gestured Miorine with his eyes to do the same. Miorine swallowed air before also embracing Suletta with both of their heads touching Suletta who lifted up her head and couldn't hide the blush as she also tried to return the embrace
"T-Thank you"-Suletta said as she wiped her tears as Akatsuki winked before putting up his thumbs up
"Don't worry , we're fiancés and are supposed to help each other right ?"
Suletta held the small cutter as she looked at the tomato before Miorine hit her with a watering can
"Don't day dream ! You will destroy the tomatoes"-Miorine said before walking away
"Im sorry"-Suletta said as Miorine sat in front of her laptop
"My , are you really that worried about Elan ? It's been two weeks"-Miorine asked as Suletta put her head down
"Ever since that duel he wasn't in school. Maybe something happened to him ?"-Suletta asked as Akatsuki walked inside the greenhouse
"Hey everyone"-Akatsuki said as Miorine lifted up her hand in a "Hello" meaning
"Hey Suki"-Suletta said as she got up before Akatsuki walked up towards the date palm and grabbed the nearest knife
"Like I was saying , you are constantly intervening in other's problems. And worry about them , what do you have from that ?"-Miorine asked as Akatsuki turned around
"You're talking about Elan again ?"-Akatsuki asked as Suletta nodded
"You were never worried about some-"Suletta was cut off by Miorine
"No , I only care about one thing. I want to get out of here and go to Earth. You will blow your next exam if you keep day dreaming"-Miorine said as all three notebooks rung bringing the same message
"An invitation ?"-Akatsuki asked as he read though the message
"an incubation party ? We don't have to show up"-Miorine said as she put down her notebook
"Are you sure ?"-Suletta asked
"This is an event for the big fish of the company , and the only children that will be there are those of the three core companies. When you go there , both you and Akatsuki will make a speech as the Holders"-Miorine said and as Suletta wanted to ask about Elan Akatsuki's second phone rung
"Hello ?"-Akatsuki asked as the voice on the other side revealed Orga
"Hey Akatsuki , how are you doing ?"-Orga asked sitting inside his office on Mars
"A few bumps here and there but I think im ok"-Akatsuki said as Orga chuckled
"Good , you know about the incubation party right ?"-Orga asked as Akatsuki nodded
"Yeah , a few seconds ago"-Akatsuki replied catching both of his fiancés attention
"Right , you're showing up , sorry your dad couldn't pass down the message but he is too busy with work. We've sent your dress uniform with the Altland two weeks ago , and this not a request , got it ?"-Orga asked as Akatsuki nodded
"Yes sir , but why do I have to show up ? TSC aside from being employed by the Benerit Group doesn't have major connection with it ?"-Akatsuki asked as Orga only continued to chuckle
"You'll see soon enough, besides you have a lot of PR to suffer though. Today the Altland with your uniform will dock so go get that , good luck"-Orga said as he closed down the call surprising Akatsuki
"What did they say ?"-Miorine asked as Akatsuki turned towards them
"Im obligated to show up , PR apparently"-Akatsuki said as Miorine sighed and Suletta finally had her chance
"Three main companies ?! Does this means Elan will show up ?!"-Suletta asked as Miorine only nodded
"We're going there ! Besides Suki needs to go there anyways !"-Suletta exclaimed as Miorine and Akatsuki only shared a look before she turned Suletta
"Do you even have a dress ? You can't go in a uniform you know ?"-Miorine asked as Suletta's confidence disappeared in a second and Miorine noticed it
"Ok , I'll borrow one for you. And judging by the phone call you have your uniform delivered ? Go pick it up and I'll go with the klutz over here to find something fitting for her. We'll meet tomorrow morning"-Miorine said as Akatsuki nodded before eating the peeled off date and making his way towards the TSC hangar
"Oi ! Akatsuki !"-Ride exclaimed waving his hand signalling Akatsuki to come over
"Hey Uncle Ride , Uncle Orga probably told you about the stuff sent over"-Akatsuki asked as Ride nodded knowing what other ships are supposed to arrive today
"Yeah , it's all in this container. Miss Kudelia said that since you won't probably need it back home anymore you can probably use it here"-Ride said pointing at the mildly sized container much to Akatsuki's surprise. He was supposed to wear the uniform and not Barbatos
"And what's the inside it ? I don't remember asking for things from home ?"-Akatsuki asked as Ride unfolded his arms while the local TSC crew were unlocking the container
"I dunno , apparently it's one of the few surprises and I don't know about others"-Ride explained as Akatsuki went inside the container and aside from the uniform hanging on a hanger something else caught his attention and it remained under a canvas , Akatsuki took it off and his eyes widened in shock. It was his E-bike , with keys in the ignition , goggles and gloves hanging on the handlebars. With a small box sitting on the saddle
"Thank you Mama !"-Akatsuki exclaimed out loud as he walked up to the saddle and opened the small box to reveal something that made him even more surprised. The box contained the Central Army Ensign ornaments , he never thought he would be promoted higher than just a junior. Perhaps it made sense to promote him after his dad became a captain ? He would have to ask his Mama about it.
"Sweet , now you can move around in style"-Ride said as then realisation hit Akatsuki
"Um Ride ? How we're going to get it out ?"-Akatsuki asked as then Ride realised what Akatsuki meant before face palming
"YEEE HAH ! Now that's what im talking about !"-Akatsuki said out loud as he was riding his E-bike though Asticassia's roads , of course probably it wasn't really legal but since he had all the documents required plus a both his driver's licence and the registration data for the licence plate. Not mentioning that he was riding with only one hand remaining in the throttle with other holding the Uniform and the box. And it was one of the things that made the Automatic transmission usable. Akatsuki finally reached the Earth House passing through the doors surprising everyone with a slide , he then took off his goggles to reveal the only part of his face that wasn't covered by dust.
"Nice bike"-Nika only said as Akatsuki just noticed what he did
"Oh , im sorry"-Akatsuki said as turned off the ignition before getting off the bike
"You know that we're prohibited to ride our own vehicles ?"-Aliya asked as Akatsuki pointed at the battery
"Don't worry , this sucker's electrical. Besides I have a licence to ride and to drive cars"-Akatsuki said wiping of the dust from his face
"Wait , you can drive cars on Mars ?"-Ojelo asked as Akatsuki nodded
"Yep , ever since my sixteenth birthday"-Akatsuki said as Ojelo and Nuno fist pumped both saying the same thing "Sick"
"Ok , but you shouldn't park it in the middle of the house"-Martin said as Akatsuki only pointed at Barbatos's cage
"Fine , I'll park it next to Barbatos"-Akatsuki said as he moved the E-bike next to Barbatos with other Earth House members looking at him
"If he continues to pull off a stunt after stunt he will be thrown out"-Chuchu said as Nika only looked at her with puzzlement
"But he is a bloody good pilot , probably the best on the second year seeing by what he did with the Demi Trainer. Yes , he seems like the type who opposes everything the Benerit Group wants us to be while completely not realising that. Besides he helps our reputation a lot , and maybe we will get more new coming students joining. Working on more mobile suits would've been great"-Nika said as Martin quickly obliged
"I don't think we have a chance for that. We barely make though with three Mobile Suits , that time with a flight unit proved it. We would need if those pilots were backed by big companies. And im sure none of the big three students in their right mind wouldn't join "Disgusting Earthians". We can only sleep tight knowing our budget is safe and we can recover"-Martin said as Nika frowned
"One day , im sure that the walking PR machine that is Akatsuki will get us on top"-Nika said as meanwhile Akatsuki took the uniform to his room
"Dark Navy Blue plus Rosso Corsa , nice and smooth"-Akatsuki said as he was looking at his reflection in the mirror. But before he left he remembered the little box and quickly topped off his collar with the ornaments that were matching his epaulets residing on the uniform's shoulders. He could be lucky that the colours were chosen to match his image. Perhaps it's because either propaganda or allusion to his image , so only propaganda. He gave out a quick salute before walking out to meet up with Suletta and Miorine and Suletta's escort in the form of Martin and Nika. And his mouth went open. Miorine wore a dark blue dress and Suletta wore a dark red dress. And for someone who's interaction with women before coming here was with parental figures plus Miru and to a lesser extent Katma he could admit that both of them looked pretty
"Seriously ? They ordered you to wear this ?"-Miorine asked as Akatsuki sighed
"PR reason , TSC is a part of the army and I have to do my job as the part of it. But I wasn't expecting a Central Army promotion"-Akatsuki said as he wiped his uniform
"Well then , we should get going , wear this"-Miorine said giving him the false flower before putting it on his uniform
"So , can we go ?"-Suletta asked as Miorine nodded before the group left the Earth House but as they walked through the doors they were stopped by two tall men wearing suits
"Mister Augus , you and your friends will come with us. Don't worry we are from the Martian Union's Secret Service"-One of them said as Akatsuki then turned surprised towards the rest of the group who only nodded in agreement as they were lead towards the private ship that lead them towards the Benerit Group's headquarters where the Incubation party was being held. And as they got comfortable with their seats Nika finally raised the question
"Umm Akatsuki ? Why do you have a whole fleet of people guarding you ?"-Nika asked as she noticed how comfortable the vessel's seats were. But before he could answer Miorine intertwined
"It's in the surname alone. One of his Moms is the chairman of the union and that means keeping him on a tight leash in terms of security. Besides since this is a public event im expecting some problems when arriving so having security is a good thing"-Miorine said as she sipped the water provided to them by the crew of the ship. But just as she finished both Suletta and Martin turned towards Miorine
"What kind of problems ?"-Martin asked as Miorine only pointed at Akatsuki
"Akatsuki is a celebrity , and that means Paparazzi. At least im expecting that"-Miorine said Akatsuki immediately shivered thinking about jumping into the bottomless pit that were interviews. One of the things he enjoyed from his professional hiatus. Four hours passed as the ship finally docked in. And as the group stood in front of the doorway of the ship four security guards stood in front of them. And only as the hatch opened a wave of flesh from the cameras hit them as numerous journalists held out their cameras and phones with Dictaphones already playing
"Akatsuki ! Im Audrey Dune from MSN ! Is it true that you are fully coming back ?!"-One of the journalists asked as Suletta quickly hid behind Miorine to hide from flashlights
"Mister Augus ! Are you planning to become a liege to the Benerit Group !?"-Another one asked as Akatsuki while he tried to answer a question another one appeared
"What are your plans for the 124 Grand Prix ?!-Another one asked as everyone was getting annoyed as they tried to get towards the main hall
"Are you still planning on using Gundam Barbatos AA ?! Every other company has reported that new MS are in work or finished"-Another one asked as Akatsuki of course wanted to object swapping Barbatos out
"Mister Augus , Iloande , Stellaris and the rest are all reported to start their training ! Is the Asticassia school a part of your training regimen ?"-Another one asked as the Secret Service agents finally decided it was time to stop as they shielded the group
"Ok ok that's enough , mister Augus will answer all your questions later. Now go away you bunch of Hyenas"-One of the Secret Service agents said as they complied and lead the trio towards the main hall
"Ok we have to set up the protection across the building , take this in the sign of danger"-One of them said handing over a gun to Akatsuki much to the shock of everyone aside from Miorine
"I-Is he a l-little t-too young to use a p-p-p-pistol ?"-Suletta asked as Akatsuki put the gun in the holster inside the uniform
"Don't worry , he was trained with firearm use , and since he is an ensign now it would make sense for him to carry around a firearm"-One of the agents said before they all left them alone
"I , need to go to the toilet"-Suletta said as she made her way towards the nearest toilet and just as Nika and Martin rushed to the hall to look though the giant hall with Mobile Suits standing around on prepared platforms plus something unexpected. Three Benerit Group suits , Burion's Demi , Jeturk's Darilbalde and Grassley's Michaelis painted in the black and red paint scheme and a lot different than their stock counterparts in terms of armour and numerous parts and that meant one thing. Those were the versions prepared by Tekkadan Security Corps's tuning team. One of the other things that TSC was known from in the Inner Rim aside from assisting Domminicus and Akatsuki's achievements. Redesigning and modifying ace Benerit Group suits for either ace pilots or sport pilots.
"Are you sure we can be here ?"-Martin asked looking at the over the top in luxury department that the incubation party showed
"Im getting nervous"-Nika added wiping the sweat from her forehead
"There is no need to get worried , everything here is just for show. Aside from that you're an escort for one of the Holders"-Miorine said turning towards Suletta who runned up to them
"Im sorry for falling behind !"-Suletta said as she stood in front of Miorine
"is everything all right ?"-Miorine asked
"This dress is kinda tight in the chest"-Suletta said as Miorine only sighed
"It's mine , so of course it will be tight. And stand upwards !"-Miorine said hitting Suletta in the back making her stand upwards before the quartet made their way down the stairs
"Nika , I could've also borrowed you a dress. Only a uniform is enough for you ?"-Miorine asked as they continued to walk
"We only came here out of curiousness. We didn't know what we could expect"-Nika said as the whole Hall darkened for a second. But before anyone could ask Miorine explained it to them
"Incubation party , in other words , an event that is supposed to promote new companies. Here you can show off your new projects to the group and promote them to gain Investors. If they accomplish their budget cap. They can become the foundation for the new company. Aside from that today they are supposed to announced something regarding to the school. Returning to the main event , its rarely when anyone can gather the necessary funds. Concepts are old and boring , and no one is interested in what they show. Now wonder Outer Rim companies are beginning to gain more traction with their mobile suits. Considering that TSC now has their own display"-Miorine explained to them as the screen showed that the newly displayed project failed
"Incredible , no wonder they call you the princess of management strategy"-Nika said marvelling at her
"Was that sarcasm ? Let's go"-Miorine said as they walked away from the main screen and decided to split up
"Me and Suletta will go look for Elan"-Miorine said as Akatsuki got a message on his phone and immediately frowned knowing what he was supposed to do
"In 15 minutes im supposed to be at the TSC display and I have a press conference in an hour"-Akatsuki explained as Miorine nodded
"We're going to see other displays"-Nika said as Miorine also nodded to her
"Ok , see you"-Miorine said as she and Suletta walked away making the group split off. 'Now what am I supposed to do during those 15 minutes ?'-Akatsuki thought as he walked throughout the perimeter of the hall. Before something interesting caught his attention , a giant arcade cabinet made out of two ball shaped enclosed seats representing cockpits and a giant screen showing the action to the outside viewer. He walked closer to read the title of the arcade game. "M/J Evolution Arcade 122"
"This looks fun , now where are my pennies ?"-Akatsuki said as he finally found the right amount of coins searching though his pockets before throwing them in revealing the plastic imitation of the cockpit. Akatsuki got inside before he close the hatch making the screen inside of the cockpit lit up
"TWO-PLAYER MODE DETECTED !"-The digitized voice said as then the sound of the rock music sent him to the choosing screen. And after looking though the roster he immediately knew what to pick
"PLAYER ONE ! : GUNDAM BARBATOS AA !"-The announcer voice announced as a short animation of Barbatos and much to his surprise Akatsuki himself wearing his pilot suit appeared.
"PLAYER TWO ! : TARIS !"-The announcer voice added in a much quieter tone and lacked the animation. 'perhaps that plays in the other pod ?'-he thought as the game brought him to a remote area in space with the Taris and Barbatos facing each other
"THIS SHALL BE A BATTLE TO REMEMBER ! FIGHT !"-The announcer voice said finally giving the control to Akatsuki who was rushed by the Taris , he countered it with a katana blow that the Taris blocked by activating its curved beam saber. And so a long battle began that also attracted viewers watching it outside. Barbatos then flew upwards from the Taris sending the GUND-bits and formed its bit rifle raining the Taris with beam fire that the Taris swiftly dodged like a Ballerina. 'Damn ! Whoever is in that second pod is skilled !'-he thought as he changed his tactic. Now shifting towards a bit of sneakiness he decided to prepare a trap using the GUND-bits with the Barbatos hiding in a field of asteroids. He only waited for the Taris to come out to him , and it did but Taris then launched its GUND-bits causing them to self-destruct each other , now it was just a suit-suit battle with the contact Katana clashing with the curved beam saber. Akatsuki countered the few of the blows before getting a hit on the head causing a part of his V-fin to be cut off. But he used that to his advantage sending a kick to the Taris kicking off the curved saber out of her hand and finally cutting off its head
"K.O ! WINNER : GUNDAM BARBATOS AA ! GAME OVER !"-The announcer voice said as the screen inside Akatsuki pod showed a few times the repeat of the final blow from different camera angles. The pod opened as Akatsuki was surprised by the number of people watching the duel outside of the pod. But it was when the second pilot left its pod that Akatsuki's face went pale. It was Katma , who wore an Emerald green dress and also noticed Akatsuki , and both of their heads went down with crimson blush covering them
"Akatsuki"-Katma said under her breath
"Katma"-Akatsuki replied as both of them finally had enough bravery to look up as they walked up towards each other
"Y-You look good"-Akatsuki begun his conversation as Katma tried to keep her cool with brushing her hair away while inside her heart was beating 3 times faster
"Y-Yes , you too seem to do fairly well"-Katma replied who was then saved by a phone call
"Right ! I'll be there ! Im sorry but I need to go ! Nice talking to you Akatsuki !"-Katma said before rushing away from the crowd. Akatsuki only remained confused while checking his phone and going pale noticing the hour before rushing towards the TSC display , but it didn't mean he couldn't grab himself a drink. And with a drink in hand he reached the display and immediately a grin appeared on his face
"Aunt Azee ! Aunt Lafter !"-Akatsuki exclaimed standing in front of the TSC display before being hugged by Lafter
"Kiddo ! It's been a long time !"-Lafter said hugging him tightly much to Azee's annoyance
"Lafter , let go of him. He will suffocate"-Azee said as Lafter showed her tongue before letting go of Akatsuki
"So , might anyone explain to me what's going on ?"-Akatsuki asked looking at the three suits
"It was all chairwoman's idea , apparently some integration programme"-Azee explained but before Akatsuki could ask a pair of hands covered his eyes
"Guess who ?"-A voice asked as Akatsuki turned around to see his Mama. Kudelia only smiled at her step-son. Akatsuki's eyes only lit up once again
"Mama ! You didn't say you were visiting !"-Akatsuki said tightly embracing her with him luckily not noticing the bigger tummy in the result of pregnancy. Kudelia only gave back the embrace before they separated
"If I said that there wouldn't be much of a surprise would be Honey ? Besides there is more where that came from ? Now , where are my future daughters-in-law ?"-Kudelia asked as Akatsuki's face covered itself with a blush
"Oh I forgot ! You are getting married !"-Lafter said before being knocked on the back by Azee
"Yeah , I only need to find them. Give me few minutes"-Akatsuki said before rushing off
"So ,when do you plan to tell him Miss Kudelia ?"-Lafter asked as Kudelia covered her tummy with her hand
"I will don't worry , but I want to leave it to the end. I have a speech and he has a press conference. So I don't want to bombard him with information"-Kudelia explained as Azee and Lafter shared a look before nodding.
"Yeah , we got a call that the ship carrying the Aiolos reached the school colony"-Azee explained as Kudelia nodded
"And what about the kids ?"-She asked before taking out a piece of bubble-gum and putting it inside her mouth , a habit she got from Mikazuki
"They are crawling around here , apparently they also want to make it a surprise"-Lafter explained as Kudelia only looked at Akatsuki who slowly disappeared in the mass of people
"Oh my , beautiful !"-Prospera exclaimed catching Suletta's attention who turned towards her mother
"Mom ?! You said you wouldn't come"-Suletta said running up towards Prospera
"I've managed to finish work earlier. You look really beautiful in that dress"-Prospera complemented her daughter
"It's also nice to see you , Mister Godoy"-Suletta said slightly bowing to the man that was accompanying her mother who gave back the bow. And just as Prospera wanted to ask about Miorine Akatsuki joined the scene hitting the breaks on his shoes as his face went white at the sight of the helmeted woman igniting back his childhood nightmares
"Oh and who do we have here ? Little Akatsuki all grown up ! Or is it Ensign Akatsuki now ?"-Prospera asked walking up towards Akatsuki
"Lady Prospera Mercury , it has been a long time"-Akatsuki said shaking Prospera's robotic hand much to Miorine's surprise but she kept it behind a poker face
"Seven years to be exact , and I see that you took a liking to the Rebuilt Barbatos , my sincere congratulations on your achievements"-Prospera said letting go of Akatsuki's hand
"AA is a great machine"-Akatsuki said as Prospera chuckled
"Ah the fate ! That the boy who's Mobile Suit I had to rebuild will be now marrying my daughter ! At least I can know she will be safe"-Prospera said as both Suletta and Akatsuki blushed at the comment before turning towards Miorine
"And that young lady is ?"-Prospera asked as then Suletta turned towards Miorine
"Right ! I didn't introduce her to you , this is Miorine , she is the one who borrowed me this dress"-Suletta explained as Miorine walked up to Prospera
"I am Miorine Rembran"-Miorine introduced herself with a slight bow
"Im Suletta's mother , Prospera Mercury. Im happy we can see each other again"-Prospera said as Miorine only slightly backed off remembering the stunt she had pulled off
"Please forgive me , that you've seen me in that state"-Miorine said as Prospera walked up and lifted up her hands
"No worries ! In fact I was really impressed ! "You stuck-up Old Man !" or something like that ? In my opinion its thanks to you that Aerial was accepted. I thank you from all my heart"-Prospera said as she reached out her hand towards Miorine who shaked it
"So you knew Miorine before Mom ?"-Suletta asked as Prospera turned towards her
"Suletta , your mother is thirsty , could you bring me something to drink ?"-Prospera asked as Suletta rushed off
"So then , I'll als-"-Miorine was also cut off by sudden increase of force of Prospera's grip. Akatsuki's first instinct was to grab the gun but stopped himself before taking the hand out of his jacket
"You were never in good relations with your father ?"-Prospera asked as Akatsuki let out a sigh
"Is this really a good place to talk about this ?"-Miorine asked as Prospera kept her cool
"If you and Suletta will get married , you will become a family member. It's understandable that I want to be on good terms with the family of the bride ?"-Prospera said letting go of Miorine's hand
"The man , who was responsible for keeping the Vanadis Incident 21 years ago in check. And the hero who delegalized Gundam-type Mobile Suits in the Inner Rim of the Solar System until the Schism Law. Im sure we cannot keep that greatness away from him"-Prospera explained as she sat down on one of the chairs
"This greatness is only past , our generation aside from those like Akatsuki and other Inner Rim Spacians don't know what the real Gundams are or were"-Miorine said as Prospera let out a sigh
"You are really hard to pleasure , what you cannot forgive him ?"-Prospera asked as Miorine's hands changed into fists
"He always looks at me from above. And decides about my life without talking to me first. Do you also believe that his decision was unfair ?"-Miorine asked as Prospera continued to listen
"Besides that , I'll never accept someone like that as my father !"-Miorine exclaimed as Prospera chuckled before turning into laughter
"Forgive me please , this dress , heels and accessories you wear. And that you live in the principal's office and not in a house. The respect everyone shows you , it's really funny. When I think of everything that you have. Is thanks to that your father is the CEO of the Benerit Group. Oh Im sorry , I didn't mean to pinch you. But first you need to throw away this amusing feeling of pride. CEO Delling's daughter , it was nice meeting you , and nice to see you again Ensign Akatsuki"-Prospera said as she walked away
"Hey , I know you're probably not in the mood about meeting your in-law's. But my Mama is here and she wanted to meet you both"-Akatsuki said as Miorine then towards her groom with her eyes going wide
"What ?! The Maiden of Revolution is here ?!"-Miorine asked as Akatsuki nodded
"Right , and she is here in regards of business. And wants to meet you by occasion"-Akatsuki said as Miorine's shock faded away. Knowing that one of her childhood idols was in the same hall as her. And that she could apologize for the fit she threw at her during that phone call
"Ok , let's find Suletta and head there"-Miorine said as now they needed to locate Suletta
"Here you go"-"Elan" as Suletta known him and in reality Elan-0 said giving back the flower to Suletta with as seeming-genuine smile as he could
"I-Im sorry !"-Suletta exclaimed taking back the flower while Elan continued to smile
"It's ok , don't worry about the napkin"-Elan said as Suletta quickly turned her head
"I didn't mean that , you didn't show up at our meeting , and I couldn't contact you. I was worried"-Suletta explained as Elan turned away
"About that , from some time now , I wanted to apologize to you. I had to leave school because of emergency things regarding the company. I went to a place with giant Magnetic storms. Im sorry I worried you"-Elan said as Suletta smiled
"Does this mean you will return to school ?"-Suletta asked as Elan nodded
"Yes , I promise"-Elan said and just as Suletta wanted to say something she was interrupted immediately cut off
"Here you are ! We need to go , Akatsuki's mother is here"-Miorine said grabbing Suletta's hand who only managed to wave goodbye to smiling Elan , as they left Elan checked his phone for the plan.
"Oh , the maiden is going to make a speech. That will be interesting"-Elan said as he looked at the stage
"W-What ?! Suki's mother is here ?!"-Suletta asked as she alongside Miorine and Akatsuki were walking up towards the TSC display
"Yes , and we need to make a good impression considering who she is"-Miorine said as they reached their destination
"Honey ! You're back , and"-Kudelia was taken a back as she noticed her son with two girls. 'Damn yourself ! You knew and you are still surprised'-she thought as she walked up towards the trio
"Oh , I should introduce you. This is my Step-Mother , Kudelia Aina Augus , the chairman of the Martian Union. Mama , meet Suletta Mercury and Miorine Rembran , my fiancés"-Akatsuki said as Kudelia shaked both of their hands
"It's incredibly good to meet the both of you. Akatsuki told me a lot of good about you"-Kudelia said as both Miorine and Suletta nodded
"I wanted to apologize for my rude behaviour during that phone call"-Miorine said as Kudelia let out a slight chuckle
"No worries , what was in the past let it remain in the past. But I know that all three managed to solve your problem. And how , considering you got Akatsuki over here to tell the truth how he felt about piloting"-Kudelia said as Akatsuki blushed from the comment
"Well , he is someone who goes out of the conventional way to solve his problems"-Miorine replied as Kudelia continued to chuckle and Akatsuki continued to cover himself with blushes
"Incredible how in little over 1,5 months you got to know each other so well. And now im kinda worried since the car we bought for him is a two seater. Perhaps one of you will have to be sitting on someone's lap"-Kudelia said as Suletta blushed
"W-Well , S-Suki and I sat together inside Barbatos. And he did help me during that first duel. Without him it would probably be harder , h-he is a good pilot"-Suletta said as Kudelia only smiled at her
"I knew that since he was a 7 year old , and from what I've seen you're not also average , and believe I've seen a lot of Mobile Suit fights in my hay day , including his father"-Kudelia explained as Suletta nodded blushing. But before anymore words could be exchanged Kudelia got a phone call
"Sorry Honey , I need to go. I'll see you later"- Kudelia said before giving Akatsuki another small black box and rushing towards the back stages much to Akatsuki's confusement
"Ah speeches , one of the most important part of being a politician"-Lafter said as then Suletta and Miorine turned towards
"E-excuse me , but who are you ?"-Suletta asked as Lafter immediately frowned
"Well im sorry that someone who helped your fiancé get his title isn't really mentioned !"-Lafter said huffing as Azee only face palmed with Suletta finally realising who she was talking to
"Ah ! You're one of the Aunt-trainers !"-Suletta finally connected her dots as the lights went down
"It begins , go towards the main stage"-Azee said pointing at the stage as Akatsuki nodded before gesturing to Suletta and Miorine who only nodded and made their way towards the stage. And much to their surprise aside from the guests that were invited numerous cameras were pointed the stage with several journalists and reporters talking with each other
"Is it always this crowded ?"-Akatsuki asked turning towards Miorine
"No , they rarely invite people from the outside , it has to be important"-Miorine said as the lights on the stage lit up
"We want to interrupt the normal event for an important announcement , behold the CEO of the Benerit Group , Delling Rembran"-The voice of an announcer said as Delling walked throughout the stage causing an applause from the guests , except for one as Miorine grew annoyed
"What's that Old Man doing ? He rarely gives out a speech outside of closing ?"-Miorine asked as her question were answered in just a brief moment
"And representing the Outer Rim , the Chairwoman of the Martian Union , Kudelia Aina Augus"-The announcer said causing a fever of applause as both Akatsuki and Miorine remained confused with Suletta also being confused from looking at them. As Kudelia begun to talk
"I want to thank you all for coming to listen to us"-Kudelia said causing a ruckus between the guests
"And I as the CEO of the Benerit Group and the Principal of the Asticassia School of Technology I wanted to announce the first big joint venture between the two sides of the Solar System"-Delling added as both Akatsuki and Miorine remained confused
"Did your Mama talked with you about it ?"-Miorine asked as Akatsuki only remained confused
"No , in fact not at all. Wondering if there is more surprises coming in the future ?"-Akatsuki asked himself as Miorine continued to watch the stage
"Let our first batch of integrated students be the sign of a bright future of friendship and prosperity"-Kudelia said as she and Delling shaked hands looking at the cameras who overwhelmed them with white light. And as they stood another platform risen to reveal the students. And much to Akatsuki's shock as he realised who it was. And on the other side of the stage Nika's eyes lit up
"Oh my god ! Those are all the stars of the Sport ! Eneo Stellaris from Titan ! Katma Iloande from Titan ! Autran Aness from Ganimedes ! Naic Lea from Enceladus and Sett Lasselle from Triton !"-Nika exclaimed as Martin only looked at her with widened
"You're saying that they are all sport Mobile Suit pilots ? And all of them will be attending our school ?"-Martin asked as Nika happily nodded. Meanwhile Akatsuki couldn't remain much less shaken. He met them all , he battled them all. And now he will be attending classes with them.
"We should vanish , if we don't want to get bombed by the interviews"-Miorine said as Akatsuki nodded with them vanishing though the crowds of people
"Damon , im still not really sure about it. It will be fun attending school with Akatsuki but we are locked out from other Martians"-Miru said as she alongside her brother walked throughout the hall with her brother being visibly unshaken by what she said
"Really Miru ? When our suits were delivered to TSC ? Besides we have a plan right ? We jump ships to the Earth House to be around Akatsuki so that he won't be on his own ?"-Damon asked as he sipped his drink with Miru not being really convinced
"Yeah , but our job is supposed to be testing out the Aiolo. And speaking of Akatsuki he is down there"-Miru said pointing at the lower deck of hall where Akatsuki , Suletta and Miorine were walking though the hall
"Well then , let us be seen"-Damon said as he walked down the stairs with Miru fallowing him knowing how her step-brother's antics and how big of an embarrassment he would be.
"So what now ?"-Suletta asked as Akatsuki unfolded his arms
"I don't know , perhaps they all had forgiven me that I sliced off their heads on the way for my trophy ?"-Akatsuki asked as Miorine only twisted her head
"They are all bunch of sportsmen and sportswomen being tied to corporations giving them new shiny wind-up toys to battle other shiny wind-up toys"-Miorine said as Akatsuki only looked at her with a "You serious ?" expression
"Never judge a book by its cover , maybe they are also like Suki ?"-Suletta asked as Miorine only sighed in defeat
"We will see"-Miorine said as Damon jumped from the stairs in front of them much to Akatsuki's surprise
"Damon ! Sup !"-Akatsuki said as they exchanged a secret friendship handshake much to Miru's relief that her step-brother didn't pull off a stunt
"So , you're the turbine kids ?"-Miorine asked as Miru and Akatsuki shared the same handshake before turning towards Miorine
"Yep , the very same. And I see buddy that you are building a harem ! 2 got and 49998 to go"-Damon exclaimed as Miru hit him over the head bringing a chuckle out of Miorine. 'I like her already'-she thought as Akatsuki only sighed before Miru started her tirade
"Could you stop being such an embarrassment to our family for at least a second ?!"-Miru asked as Damon wiped his head
"Yeah fine sorry , im Damon and this is Miru. We're also from the programme but not known well enough to be on the stage"-Damon explained as he shaked Suletta's hand
"Right , I'm Miorine and this is Suletta , we are Akatsuki's fiancés , and it's nice that we can meet in person"-Miorine said shaking Miru's hand
"Yep , and since we came here as backup im sure we can work together"-Miru said much to Miorine's confusement , but before she could ask anything she was interrupted
"Suletta Mercury , we need to go. It's the time for your speech"-Elan said as Suletta turned towards him
"R-Right ! See ya Suki !"-Suletta said as she walked away with Elan as Miorine and Akatsuki shared a look
"There he goes , being cucked again"-Miru said as Akatsuki then turned away pissed
"IM NOT GETTING CUCKED !"-Akatsuki exclaimed as Miru chuckled. But as Damon remained looking at pissed off Akatsuki none of them noticed Eneo Stellaris standing with a drink in hand
"Hello Augus"-Eneo said causing Akatsuki to turn towards Eneo with others fallowing
"Stellaris , it's been a long time"-Akatsuki said as Eneo walked up towards him
"Yes , and now it seems that we will be attending the same school. Oh , and that must be your fiancé"-Eneo said as he walked up towards Miorine before taking her palm and kissing it. And it at this moment that Akatsuki knew he had to intervene
"Hey , no moves like that"-Akatsuki said grabbing Eneo's shoulder who turned towards Akatsuki
"Is it bad being polite to a beautiful lady ? Besides that I only needed a pretext for what im about to do"-Eneo said sipping his drink. And now Miorine was also confused
"Pretext ? For what ?"-Miorine asked as the situation remained tense
"For what I will say and what will happen. I've read about the rules of the school , and you , Akatsuki Augus. I challenge you for a duel , consider it a rematch from our Grand Prix confrontation. And since we battled in my terrain this time we will fight on the ground. And we will use the M/J regulation , that means beam weaponry will be set on lethal mode and we will use Environment suits , no helmets"-Eneo said as everyone remained shook by the offer including the challenged one
"Are you crazy ? No one-"
"I accept"-Akatsuki cut off Miorine who only could look at her fiancé with fear , anger and respect at the same time. Eneo grinned before reaching out his hand that Akatsuki shook
"Good may the best man win , enjoy the best of the party Augus"-Eneo said before walking away with Miorine then turning towards Akatsuki
SLAP
"What the hell you idiot ?! What possibly were you thinking accepting this duel !?"-Miorine said as Akatsuki wiped his cheek
"Because no one else would even dare to fight me , and that he probably wanted a rematch anyways so I'll deal with that quicker and not put aside for later"-Akatsuki explained as Damon walked up to him and gave him a high five
"Hell yeah ! Going for 2-0 with EP ?"-Damon asked as Akatsuki smirked
"Of course , I wouldn't accept a duel if I couldn't win it right ?"-Akatsuki asked giving back the high five with Miorine only remaining angry 'We just dealt with the Pharact and it was Benerit Group suit , at least we know he will fight on the ground so no worries about spare parts , besides he won once so will it be that bad ?'-Miorine thought as the whole hall went pitch black with only the lights on the stage lighting the place
"Ladies and gentlemen , now the special presentation by Peil Technologies CEO's will take place"-The voice of an announcer said the stage displayed the Peil logo and all four of the CEO's appeared on the stage
"Welcome all of you , it is a great honour for me to introduce you to two of the most promising students of the Asticassia School of Technology"-One of the CEO's announced as the stage where just few minutes before the integration students stood Suletta and Elan appeared much to Miorine's surprise
"Suletta ?! We're going towards the stage !"-Miorine said grabbing Akatsuki's free hand that wasn't holding the box and jolted away with Miru and Damon fallowing them
"Allow me once again to introduce you to the pilot of the Pharact , the mobile suit that is our pride and joy. Elan Cares"-The other CEO took over as a wave of applause fell towards Elan
"And the pilot that in the recent duel managed to defeat that machine. One of the two current Holders , Suletta Mercury"-Another CEO added as Suletta walked up towards the centre stage before remembering Miorine's words and stretching up
"I am Suletta Mercury ! As a person from Mercury , I want to learn a lot of things in this school ! And to enjoy every day. I'll give everything I can to achieve this knowledge !"-Suletta exclaimed before bowing earning herself a wave applause
"Thank you Suletta Mercury"-One of CEO's added as meanwhile on the ground Miorine felt that something was wrong
"And since we are talking , we have to admit that you own an unique Mobile Suit"-Another of the CEO's added
"Does it require a special piloting technique ?"-Another of the CEO's asked
"Or maybe it is your pure talent ?"-Another one added to the question
"Aerial is incredible. Ever since childhood we were together. It's the member of the family !"-Suletta finished as the CEO's looked at her with amusement
"Family ? How beautifully said , but I have one more question. Elan Ceres told us , that he felt something weird during your engagement"-One of the CEO's said as Suletta turned towards Elan
"For a fraction of a second I detected a weird signal. Like our suits connected , you didn't felt that ?"-Elan asked as Suletta came back with her thoughts two weeks prior before giving her answer
"Yes , I felt that"-Suletta said as one of the CEO's smirked
"So there aren't doubts"-one of the CEO's said as Suletta was brought higher on her platform. And this was at this moment where Miorine connected her dots
"They want to finish her off !"-Miorine exclaimed as they reached Nika and Martin
"Everything was confirmed , the Mobile Suit of the Shin Sei Development Corporation is a Gundam !"-The CEO said as red covered Suletta
"Damn those Inner Rim Spacians , they will do anything to achieve their goal"-Eneo said as he watched everything from the balcony sipping his drink
"Allow me to explain , our mobile suit , Pharact , used the GUND format"-Another of the CEO's added
"The reports of the duelling committee and our inner inspector revealed that it was a phenomenon coming from the malfunctions created between the GUND formats. Only a Gundam type can answer to a Gundam type. This shows that Aerial is one of them ! And it wasn't protected by the Schism Law set 13 years ago !"-One of the CEO's exclaimed as Miorine took out her notepad out of her purse and got to work
"What are you doing ?"-Akatsuki asked as Miorine continued to write and draw
"Saving Suletta"-Miorine replied as she her work
"Wait ! Aerial is not a Gundam !"-Suletta replied as she was continued to be bombarded by questions
"But you admitted it yourself a second ago , right ?"-Another of CEO asked attacking Suletta
"I didn't !"-Suletta quickly objected as Miorine almost dropped her pen from the sweat covering her hands
"Building and owning a Gundam inside the Inner Rim is disagreeing with the Cathedra Agreement and the Schism Law making it lack the political immunity. How does the Peil company want to compensate it to us ?"-Vim Jeturk asked
"Because this is an important thing , we oblige to get rid of the machine"-One of the CEO's replied
"And fold the team responsible for its creation"-Another of CEO's added
"In this regard Shin Sei should also agree on those terms"-Vim Jeturk replied as Suletta started to be afraid
"Y-You can't do that !"-Was Suletta's only reply as with every second she was losing her confidence
"This is absurd ! It was already"-Martin was cut off by Miorine
"Those bitches want to burry Aerial with her"-Miorine said as she continue to draw
"Wait CEO Mugen ! She didn't know that her Mobile Suit was a Gundam ! The best way would be to ask the manufacturer"-Elan added trying to keep his façade
"Mom ! Mom ! MOM ! MOM !"-Suletta continued to scream for her mother. But she couldn't know that Prospera wasn't here
"Why do we have to have this conversation outside ?"-Prospera asked as Lauda stood in front of her
"I have message to pass from my father. He wants to renegotiate your previous agreement"-Lauda said as Prospera smirked
"Aerial is different ! She isn't a Gundam !"-Suletta continued as the crowd continued to be unimpressed with her explanations
"Not good , if it will continue Aerial will be"-Martin continued before being slighty hit on the back by Miru
"We know ! Luckily the bride over here has a plan , or at least I think it's a plan"-Miru said as Akatsuki finally noticed what Miorine was doing , it was some weird graph that probably only management student would understand
"Benerit Group cannot allow a Gundam to exist , and cannot allow a company that knows the building process to exist"-Sarius Zenelli told Delling who only kept watching everything to unfold
"What is your decision CEO ?"-Sarius continued to push but just as Delling wanted to make a statement he was already interrupted by someone else
"I want allow you to scrap Aerial !"-Miorine exclaimed as she walked up towards the stage
"Aerial is a fantastic machine , that defeated mobile suits of Jeturk and Peil. Its worth too much to get rid of it !"-Miorine said as she now took the centre of the stage
"What are you doing here , Miss Miorine ?"-Sarius asked as Miorine remained certain of what she was about to do
"Isn't it obvious ? Im her fiancé !"-Miorine said turning towards the crowd as both Suletta and Akatsuki were surprised
"I think you don't fully understand , what is this about. We cannot tolerate something breaking the Schism Act signed 13 years ago that made that technology that killed its users in its primal state"-Sarius continued as Miorine remained unshaken
"Suletta is alive and good ! And Akatsuki is also alive , and remind you that Barbatos AA was outsourced to Shin Sei ! You can only object and get rid of the things you don't like. No wonder Outer Rim mobile suits are becoming more popular. And if someone will buy a Demi or a Darilbalde , they send it to TSC for tuning process"-Miorine exclaimed as the crowd begun to talk among themselves with their gazes shifting towards three TSC-tuned suits
"Do you believe , that there exists another option ?"-Sarius asked as Miorine showed her notepad
"Connect me !"-She exclaimed as she got her wish in the form of what she wrote on her notepad
"On the basis of prior finance reports , I estimate that after getting rid of the Pharact. And folding the development team responsible for creating it. The loss for Peil will be 120 billion ! I propose doubling this amount to 240 billion , as my investment objective of my business plan. Though M&A we will buy the development teams of Shin Sei and Peil. And we will connect them into a new company. We will create a new company. One that will rival the imported Mobile Suits of the Outer Rim and will put a halt to the crisis regarding the stagnation of Benerit Group's suits compared to other companies. And its main objective will be the protection of life !"-Miorine exclaimed as she walked up to Suletta and gave her her purse
"Um Miorine ? Aerial is not a Gun-"-Suletta try to say before being cut off
"Shut up ! This new company will be called , GUND-ARM !"-Miorine exclaimed as meanwhile from the ground Akatsuki watched surprised before being snapped out by Damon
"Not really the best in terms of originality but 9/10 for coming with that in matter of few minutes"-Damon said as Miru again hit him in the back of the head
"Everyone here is trying to counter the crisis that is plaguing the Benerit Group without resorting to cheap tactics and creating dumb laws. We as a company will be responsible for the bioethical regards being the part of all the agreements. As the investment will be backed by anonymous contract and be independent from the main Group. Until no one will suffer though any risks ! This is why im encouraging you to invest in GUND-ARM Inc. !"-Miorine exclaimed lifting up her notebook and as much as Akatsuki expected everyone to clap , because of course he was captivated by such a speech and couldn't take his gaze of his fiancé and everyone simply stared at the hitting 0% percent on the screen
"Why ?"-Miorine asked before getting her answer
"Your proposal is meaningless. The people had spoken , no matter how proudly and grand you talk about it. You won't be credible enough to be supported. Get out , I won't waste my time for your childish antics"-Delling exclaimed as Miorine did something unexpected.
"Wait !"-She asked before taking off her high heels and the band on her shoulders
"Leave it to me , I'll protect you , I'll protect you both"-Miorine said before rushing towards her father much to Akatsuki's surprise , especially what Prospera said about her pride. And there she was , standing in front of her father. Before she extended her notebook
"What do you want ?"-Delling asked as Miorine remained unshaken
"I want you to invest in my company ! You're right , in this moment no one wants to invest in that project. This is why I want to refer on your credibility. As the CEO of the Benerit Group , I beg you !"-Miorine exclaimed as a silence endured throughout the hall. With only sounds being several stomps
"You won't run away , the curse of Gundams , it's much more than you can imagine"-Delling said as he walked away , but as Miorine looked on her notepad she noticed the 03% on the notebook. And in a blink of an second the new company breached the cap as the screen displayed that GUND-ARM Inc. was successfully formed. And Akatsuki couldn't stop himself from letting out a "Yes !" and lifting up his fist in the air as everyone's attention turned towards Miorine
"Thank you all ! GUND-ARM Inc. will surely work for your trust !"-Miorine exclaimed as she went down the stage
"So what now ? Now you will work in a company ?"-Damon asked Akatsuki as the group now walked towards the TSC display
"Right now this will have to come the side , because the idiot over here has a duel to win. Besides what's in that box you carry ?"-Miorine asked as everyone turned towards Akatsuki
"D-Duel ? With who ?"-Suletta asked as Miorine continued
"Eneo Stellaris , the guy is still salty that Akatsuki kicked his ass and wanted a rematch. And Akatsuki took it and they will fight with lethal beam weaponry and no helmets"-Miorine said as everyone aside from her , Damon and Miru had a shocked expression on their faces as Akatsuki only chuckled
"No worries , Barbatos is ready to take such a challenge. Right Nika ?"-Akatsuki asked turning towards the mechanic who only nodded
"Right ! I only need to do few tweaks here and there and it will be ready"-Nika said as Akatsuki nodded as they reached the TSC display where Kudelia was talking with Azee and Lafter
"That was a great speech Miorine , incredibly good for a rookie"-Kudelia said shaking Miorine's hand blushing from the complements from her idol
"T-Thank you , miss Kudelia"-Miorine said as then Kudelia turned towards Akatsuki and the box he held in his hand
"Oh , you hadn't open the box yet ?"-Kudelia asked as Akatsuki nodded before Suletta and Miorine turned towards Akatsuki who slowly opened the box and revealed two good luck charms. One red and one white with a note 'for new family members , mom ;)' . Surprisingly it was Miorine who took her good luck charm first not wanting to disappoint her idol. And she also noticed that both Kudelia and Akatsuki wore one with Suletta fallowing her and taking her good luck charm. And the trio couldn't see Kudelia's big smile but before she could ask anything Akatsuki's phone begun to ring , and as he took it out he noticed it was Orga
"Hello ?"-Akatsuki asked as Orga smirked while watching the livestream of the Incubation Party on his laptop
"Hey Akatsuki , please put me on the speaker"-Orga asked as Akatsuki complied
"Am I speaking with the CEO of GUND-ARM Inc. ?"-Orga asked as Miorine walked up towards the phone
"Yes ?"-Miorine asked as Orga chuckled
"Good , and since you are engaged to Akatsuki we want to form a partnership with your company. As our experience with the GUND-format can be an assistance for you to start the company. Miru , Damon , your new assignment is to help not only Akatsuki but also help miss Miorine as our representatives"-Orga said as both Miru and Damon stood on attention
"Yes sir !"-Both of them exclaimed
"And the same means for you Akatsuki , since they are going to join the family it's your duty to protect them. I hope our partnership will bring worthwhile results for our R&D departments. Besides Mika needs a new back transplant. Good luck"-Orga said as he closed the call turning the entire atmosphere around to confusement
"So , now you have our backing. Nice for a company that exists for 15 minutes"-Miru said as then Kudelia turned towards Akatsuki
"Im sorry to break the mood but you have a press conference in 5 minutes"-Kudelia said as Akatsuki turned pale before Kudelia gave him a map towards the room where everyone was waiting for him and he jolted off leaving thee group
"Well , now we need to find the Earth House's leader to enlist ourselves"-Damon said as Nika turned towards Martin , and in a blink of an eye Miru and Damon turned towards him. And as someone who always fell down under high pressure only agreed
"Fine , you can join"-Martin said as Miru and Damon fist pumped each other
"Suletta ?"-Prospera asked as she walked up towards the group
"Mom ?"-Suletta asked turning towards her mother
"I had to check something"-Prospera said before extending her hand towards Miorine
"Thank you for help , Miss Miorine Rembran. I know that as long as Suletta is with you she is in good hands"-Prospera said as Miorine took her hand
"Don't worry , and judging by the phone call everything will stay in the family. I can't wait for working with you"-Miorine said shaking her hand
"Mom ? Aerial is not a Gundam ? Right ? You said it yourself"-Suletta asked as Prospera only gave out a slight chuckle
"Of course it is a Gundam. Im sorry , the truth came out that way . Aerial is a Gundam"
CHAPTER 8 : END
CHAPTER 8 EPILOGUE #1
Akatsuki left the room breathing hard before letting out a yawn as for the last hour he spent answering numerous questions given to him by journalists to get their headlines. And unexpected most of the questions revolved around Miorine and GUND-ARM Inc.. With many of them asking if he was jumping ships from TSC to a new company , how much money he was offered , when they will see the new M/J suit , asking about the marriage and numerous other questions that were variations of variations of other questions
"Im sorry I didn't told you before so that you could prepare"-Kudelia said as she walked up towards Akatsuki giving him a bottle of water
"Yeah , even though Im happy with coming back I still don't see why people like those press conferences. Besides , do you think uncle Orga had that planned out ? Or he came up with that as a entrance ticket for Miorine and Suletta ?"-Akatsuki asked as Kudelia chuckled
"Well , our family will grow anyways"-Kudelia said caressing her tummy much to Akatsuki's confusement. But after few seconds he managed the dots
"Wait , are you ?"-Akatsuki asked as Kudelia nodded
"Yes Honey , you'll have a little sister"-Kudelia said as she expected the worst , but instead she got something else. Akatsuki smiled before kneeling and putting his ear close to Kudelia's tummy
"Hi , it's me ! Your big brother !"-Akatsuki said as Kudelia caressed his head knowing that everything will be all right
CHAPTER 8 EPILOGUE #1 : END
CHAPTER 8 EPILOGUE #2
"Really !? More Spacians ?"-Chuchu asked as the TSC crew were mounting two MCA-MP-12 Aiolo GF type Mobile Suits inside the Earth House's mobile suit cages. The newest Martian Central Army mobile suit designed by Joint Venture of TSC , Chryse Engineering and Quero Dynamics. Both of them were painted in the Central Army's Red and White. Their design was basic but still captivating the eye , with its chest intakes reminding of a Gundam type and its head with a round flat space where normally the main eye camera would reside with two horns resembling a V-Fin. On the back of the suit there was a foldable "backpack" containing foldable wings for atmospheric and Space flight that also held two beam sabers. Of course this variant was only a prototype containing the GUND-Format but only had six GUND-bits with only four being used for combat and resided on the knees and forearms that was designed for commander use only with Regular Aiolos lacking both the GUND-Format and the "backpack" and its associated system. Alongside the Aiolos their weapons were transported with their beam rifles and something more special. An old Turbines smoothbore gun that was modified to fit the Aiolo on Miru's request and her hobby to paint the shells
"Chuchu , we are running thin on pilots. And those two are Akatsuki's friends so they are not like other Spacians. Besides I'll get a chance to work on more mobile suits , and now you reminded me I have to return to preparing the Barbatos"-Nika said as Chuchu frowned
"Oh ya , that Stellaris guy. Akatsuki will kick his ass , he did once and now he will fight on his own turf ,Its obvious. But returning to the main point , if another Spacian will appear in this very house asking to join I will believe it's a curse"-Chuchu exclaimed as she smirked 'And I know im right , what other Spacian would want to join other Earthians ?'-she thought as she returned to surf though channels
"So this is the Earth House ? I like a good challenge"-Katma said as she now wore the Asticassia uniform before walking inside the Earth House 'And you want to get close to Akatsuki don't you ? Even if he is engaged'-A voice said as Katma told it to shut up , as she walked she also noticed Giko and other animals as she chuckled. 'At least they have fresh food , and not like the things we eat on Titan'-she thought as she finally reached the main Earth House and noticed the crews loading up the Aiolos 'Damn , 1 , 2 , 3 ,4 , 5 Mobile Suits ! For Earthians they do quite well , and not backed any of the corpo around here'-Katma thought as she decided to make herself known
"Hello ? Hello ?"-Katma exclaimed as some of the Earth House students looked at her. And as Nika noticed who it was her eyes glittered and rushed down the stairs with her notepad
"Katma Iloande ! Can you sign this ?"-Nika exclaimed as Katma nodded before winking at her and signing the notepad
"Thank you ! Im Nika Nanaura , second year of mechanical department"-Nika said as Katma shaked her hand
"Hey , so I came because I wanted to ask something. Can I join your house ? Because I did ask other Houses but after what I've seen on that Incubation party I don't feel right about those other Inner Rim Spacians , and I don't want my Mobile Suit to be wrecked. Besides I've seen how you can achieve with little of what you have and wanted to join"-Katma explained as Nika blushed from the complements
"I mean sure , it's not like we don't accept members right now"-Aliya said as Ojelo and Nuno looked towards each other
"Thanks to having two ace sports pilots our rank in the bookmaker's eyes will probably triple , if that's the consequence of her joining then I accept"-Ojelo said as Nuno nodded
"The same thing he said"-Nuno said as Lilique walked up towards Nika and Katma
"We will be happy to accept any new members ! Right mister Martin ?"-Lilique asked turning towards the Earth House leader. Chuchu meanwhile wanted to object before deciding to give up. 'Damn it ! It really is a curse ! But it's funny that the Outer Spacians don't want to be around the Inner Spacians , and the enemy of my enemy is my friend'-she thought before raising her arm
"Let the new girl join , as long as she won't be racist"-Chuchu said as Katma only turned towards her with a puffed up facial expression. Meanwhile Martin had a total thunderstorm in his mind 'Ok , more mobile suits , and Three of them are Gundams ! But she is famous and if I turn her down the lynch of the Earth House will grow higher !'-he thought before he made the decision
"Ok , you can join"-Martin said as Nika then turned back towards Katma
"Wait , you said you have your Mobile Suit. What is it ?"-Nika asked as Katma took out her fresh notebook and showed her the blueprints of the Gundam Kuiper before Nika's eyes lit up. 'I can't wait to get my hands on you'-she thought as Akatsuki , Suletta and Miorine walked up to see what the commotion was. And as Akatsuki saw Katma he went pale with Katma only waving at him with Suletta and Miorine turning their gaze towards Akatsuki who only waved back with his only thought being 'This will be awkward'
CHAPTER 8 EPILOGUE #2 : END
A/N: Yep , Earth House gets the major buff in power and that will come in handy when the canonical episode 8 will take place. But now we have another problem and that is Akatsuki's duel , can't say a lot but let's just say it will be his biggest trial yet. And we will see more of the Integration students but that's in the future. And if you have problems imagining the Aiolo I'll make it easy , take a Genoace , mix it with the Dagger L and add a Windam to it to give its final shape. Also why the Earth House gets such a power buff ? The reason is I don't want them to just rely on Aerial's Deus Ex Machina and make the duel more interesting. But now before GUND-ARM Inc. will operate they need to deal with Eneo first. And as always I don't own Gundam , that belongs to Bandai and Sunrise